Will America Fall Like Rome?

Will America Fall Like Rome?

Author: Politicon June 17, 2025 Duration: 28:56
On this episode, Andrew talks with 'The Haves and Have-Yachts' author Evan Osnos about his dispatches from the frontlines of ultra-wealthy living. Osnos discusses the growing inequality in America and whether it's ultimately sustainable. He also reveals the possibility of the first trillionaire. It also veers into why some well-heeled execs are building bunkers, billionaire philanthropy, and the ways people can influence the president.

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